This vintage hatchet was crafted in the 1950s and comes with its original leather sheath.
A versatile piece with character, it’s ideal to take along on a bushcraft adventure, but it would also make a striking decorative item in a cabin or rustic interior.
Despite its age, the hatchet remains in good condition and carries the marks of use that tell its story. Over the decades, it has developed a rich patina that adds to its authenticity and charm.
Both the hatchet and sheath have been carefully cleaned and treated with antique wax, offering protection while enhancing their natural luster.
Vintage head mount of a goliath tigerfish – ‘Hydrocynus goliath’
This species looks as if it swam straight out of prehistory, yet it is a real predator that still inhabits the African Congo River today. With its huge razor-sharp teeth, streamlined body, and powerful dorsal fin, it is a true apex predator. The head is mounted on a naïvely shaped wooden plaque.
This trophy mount would make a striking addition to any taxidermy collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After many years, the head mount is in worn condition and shows signs of age. Over time, it has developed a beautiful patina that only adds to its character.
Measurements:
Height: 25 cm
Width: 16 cm
Depth: 14 cm
This vintage sailor’s knife was crafted by Rich. A. Herder in Solingen, Germany, a city world renowned for its high quality blades. The knife features a folding steel blade and an oak handle with a characteristic anchor inlay, symbolizing its nautical heritage.
It’s the perfect pocket knife for everyday tasks or as a collectible piece for maritime enthusiasts.
After nearly a century, the knife remains in used condition, showing signs of age and wear consistent with its history. It has been carefully treated with antique wax to protect the surface and provide a subtle, natural sheen.
Length with blade folded in: 10 cm
Length with blade folded open: 18 cm
Vintage 60s display case with mounted leg bones of a pig
This anatomical specimen was used for educational purposes in a French high school for approximately 60 years. It was mounted and produced by a Paris based company specializing in laboratory installations and educational anatomical models.
This unusual piece would make a striking addition to any taxidermy collection, veterinary display, or cabinet of curiosities.
Even after more than half a century, the display case remains in good vintage condition, showing only minor signs of age and wear.
Vintage 70s display case with mounted leg bones of a pony
This anatomical specimen was used for educational purposes in a Dutch high school for nearly 50 years. It was mounted and produced in Warsaw by the Polish company Biofiz, which specialized in manufacturing biological models and anatomical teaching specimens.
This unusual piece would make a striking addition to any taxidermy collection, veterinary display, or cabinet of curiosities.
Even after more than half a century, the display case remains in good vintage condition, showing only minor signs of age and wear. The glass cover shows a tiny crack on top.
Measurements:
Height: 47,5 cm
Width: 23 cm
Depth: 13 cm
This vintage sailor’s knife was crafted by Herder & Sohn in Solingen, Germany, a city world renowned for its high quality blades. The knife features a folding steel blade and an oak handle with a characteristic anchor inlay, symbolizing its nautical heritage.
It’s the perfect pocket knife for everyday tasks or as a collectible piece for maritime enthusiasts.
After nearly a century, the knife remains in used condition, showing signs of age and wear consistent with its history. It has been carefully treated with antique wax to protect the surface and provide a subtle, natural sheen.
Length with blade folded in: 10 cm
Length with blade folded open: 17 cm
This original U.S. Army tool kit was issued to Signal Corps linemen, who used it for small field repairs on telephone and communication lines.
The set includes a CS-34 leather belt pouch with its original pliers, along with a folding pocket knife (a later replacement).
This vintage kit would make a great collectible for any military enthusiast, or could still serve as a practical companion on camping or hiking trips!
After around 70 years, all pieces remain in good condition, showing expected signs of age and use that add to their authentic character.
Measurements:
Length sheath: 21 cm
Width sheath: 7.5 cm
This striking vintage whitetail deer antler mount features a partial skull, securely fixed to a wooden shield plaque.
It would make the perfect wall piece for a cabin, lodge, hunting room, or a cabinet of curiosities, adding a touch of rustic wilderness charm to any space.
Even after several decades, the mount remains in good vintage condition with signs of wear consistent with age and use. The front tip of the left antler has broken off.
Measurements:
Width: 29.5 cm
Height: 23 cm
Depth: 30 cm
This striking vintage mule deer antler mount features a partial skull, securely fixed to a custom-made oak shield plaque.
It would make the perfect wall piece for a cabin, lodge, hunting room, or a cabinet of curiosities, adding a touch of rustic wilderness charm to any space.
Even after several decades, the mount remains in good vintage condition with light signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Measurements:
Width: 47 cm
Height: 51 cm
Depth: 40 cm
This striking vintage mule deer antler mount features a partial skull, securely fixed to a custom-made oak shield plaque.
It would make the perfect wall piece for a cabin, lodge, hunting room, or a cabinet of curiosities, adding a touch of rustic wilderness charm to any space.
Even after several decades, the mount remains in good vintage condition with light signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Measurements:
Width: 48 cm
Height: 56 cm
Depth: 31 cm
This vintage sailor’s knife was crafted by Gebr. Bern in Solingen, Germany, a city world renowned for its high quality blades. The knife features a folding steel blade and an oak handle with a characteristic anchor inlay, symbolizing its nautical heritage.
It’s the perfect pocket knife for everyday tasks or as a collectible piece for maritime enthusiasts.
After nearly a century, the knife remains in used but solid condition, showing signs of age and wear consistent with its history. It has been carefully treated with antique wax to protect the surface and provide a subtle, natural sheen.
Length with blade folded in: 10.5 cm
Length with blade folded open: 18 cm
This unique taxidermy diorama was created by the French taxidermist O. Buffard in the Vallée de la Vire, Normandy. It features a three-dimensional scene with a pheasant — crafted using its real feathers and head — set in a hand-painted natural landscape background. It comes in a wooden frame with a glass cover in front.
The diorama would make a striking addition to any taxidermy collection or cabinet of curiosities.
Even after 70 years, the frame remains in good overall condition, showing only light signs of age consistent with its history.
Measurements:
Width: 64.5 cm
Height: 41 cm
Depth: 4 cm
